Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS):- The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Registration ensures the quality, safety, and reliability of products in the Indian market.
Purpose:-
1. Ensures product quality and consumer safety.
2. Mandatory for certain products under Indian law.
Applicability: Required for both domestic manufacturers and importers for certain categories of products.
1. Covers diverse industries like electronics, construction materials, toys, chemicals, and more.
Step 1 – Identify Product Category
Research Requirements: Identify whether your product is on the list of mandatory BIS registration categories.
Examples of Products:-
1. Electronics: Mobile phones, power banks, LED lights, etc.
2. Household Items: Pressure cookers, electric irons.
3. Industrial Goods: Steel products, cement.
4. Toys: Toys for children under 14 years must comply with BIS safety standards.
Step 2 – Prepare Required Documents
1. Office Documents:
Proof of office name and address
Certificate from the Registrar of Firms or Directorate of Industries, or Industries Centre, or Memorandum of Articles
2. Factory Documents:
Proof of factory name and address
Certificate from the Registrar of Firms, Directorate of Industries, or Industries Centre, or Memorandum of Articles
Valid lease deed showing firm’s occupancy over the premises (if applicable)
Valid MSME certificate (if applicable
3. Authorized Representative:
A letter from the authorized representative (if signed by someone other than the CEO)
4. Manufacturing Details:
Manufacturing process flow chart
List of manufacturing machinery Information on any outsourced manufacturing operations
5. Testing & Equipment
List of Testing Equipment
Third-party Laboratory Test Reports (as per Indian Standards, if applicable)
Calibration Certificates (NABL approved, if available)
In-house Testing Reports
6. Factory Layout
Layout Plan indicating the office, lab, storage, production, and finished goods areas.
7. Raw Materials
Test Certificates for each raw material.
Step 3 – Product Testing
1. Testing Requirements: Compliance with Indian Standards (IS) for quality, safety, and performance.
2. Laboratory Selection: Choose a BIS-recognized laboratory for testing.
3. Testing Process:
Submit product samples.
Lab evaluates against relevant Indian Standards (IS).
Obtain Test Report: Ensure the report complies with BIS requirements.
Approval and Grant of BIS Certificate
Timeline Overview
Application Review: BIS authorities verify submitted documents, test reports, and audit findings.
Timeline: Standard products: 15–30 working days.
Complex products or additional inspections: Up to 60 days.
Estimated Time Required:
Document Preparation: 1–2 weeks
Product Testing: 2–3 weeks
Application Review: 2–4 weeks Total Time: Approx. 5–9 weeks
